MINUTES - Council - 19990428
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 12-99
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, April 28, 1999
7:30 p.m.
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Griffith,
Hartwell, Healy, Hinder, McKenzie, and West.
Councillors Hogg and Morris were absent due to
family commitments.
STAFF MEMBERS Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Corporate
Services, Director of Planning, Director of Building
Administration, Director of Public Works, Fire Chief,
Treasurer, and Council/Committee Secretary.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#262. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein with the
addition of an In Camera legal matter.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
Robert Baynham, York County Hospital re: Redevelopment 2002 Project
Mr. Robert Baynham, Senior Vice President of York County Hospital provided an
overview of the redevelopment 2002 project for the York County hospital. The
redevelopment would involve the construction of a new “infill” building between the east
and west building; major renovation to the east building and the tower of the west
building; and the demolition of the oldest three wings of the west building. He advised
that the redevelopment was necessary due to shortcomings identified in a number of
areas mainly, heating, ventilation & air conditioning, building envelope, safety,
relationships between buildings and services, size of units, and the present construction
doesn’t allow for updating; the older wings of the west building is inadequate to support
clinical care; increased growth; and also of regional cardiac program. An overview of
the new layout was provided. Mr. Baynham indicated that the cost for the project would
be $103 million and the hospital is proposing to request $64 million from the Ministry of
Health and $39 million from the community. Council was informed that the York Simcoe
District Health Council has given their support and that funding discussions with the
M I N U T E S
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Ministry of Health were completed. He indicated that the hospital is looking for financial
support from the community and local governments for this redevelopment project. Mr.
Baynham concluded that York County Hospital is seeking recognition of their needs and
the importance of the hospital’s redevelopment project, and also the commencement of
a dialogue with local officials to examine the possibilities for support.
#263. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information.
CARRIED
Ms. Susan Morton-Leonard, Resident, Metcalfe Street re:
Trinity Church Expansion Project
Ms. Morton-Leonard on behalf of residents of Metcalfe Street and surrounding area
expressed concerns with the Trinity Anglican Church’s request for uses of the rectory
building other than residential or services that would benefit the community. She
indicated that they fully support a cleric and family residing in the rectory or renting to a
single family as this would be in keeping with a residential character. Under duress they
would accept a daycare, social services, teaching and tutoring, family & health
counselling, as this would be in keeping with the services already offered in their
community. Ms. Morton-Leonard indicated that they cannot support business and
professional offices because this would change the unique character of their
community. She also expressed concerns with safety, litter and property values with
these types of businesses in the area. Ms. Morton-Leonard requested Council to
honour the statement in Goal E of the Town’s Strategic Plan. It was requested that
when the Trinity Anglican site plan application is brought before Council that the
residents be given an opportunity to address their concerns in regards to development
of the north laneway, the landscaping, lighting, condensers and signs.
#264. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report PL99-037-116.
CARRIED
Reverend Poole, Trinity Anglican Church re:
Trinity Church Rezoning and Rectory Use Application
Reverend Poole, Director of Trinity Anglican Church spoke regarding a zoning change
to the rectory building at 44 Metcalfe Street. He advised that over the past few weeks,
they have provided staff with a list of uses they would like permitted for the rectory in the
event it is no longer required for use of a home for the clergy of Trinity Church. This list
of uses was discussed with the neighbours. After hearing input from the neighbours
and after internal discussions, the number of possible uses has been reduced to the list
that is in the Report on the agenda this evening. Reverend Poole requested Council to
accept the recommendation in the Staff Report and give first and second reading to the
proposed By-law. He advised Council that in two weeks, Trinity would be seeking Site
Plan approval for the property. Reverend Poole, on behalf of the Parish of Trinity
Anglican, expressed appreciation to staff for their assistance in bringing them a step
closer to the realization of their dream of a new church facility.
#265. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report PL99-037-116.
CARRIED
Susan Walmer re: Introduction of A.C.O.R.N. (Aurora Citizens’
Organization Respecting Nature
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Ms. Walmer informed Council that a coalition of Aurora’s residents who are concerned
with growth and specifically with the natural environment in the Town of Aurora was
formed. They call themselves Aurora Citizens’ Organization Respecting Nature
(A.C.O.R.N.). The group has been meeting and using the facilities of the Town Hall
since about the fall of 1998. The mission statement of A.C.O.R.N. is to serve as a
citizens’ advocacy group that will conserve and enhance Aurora natural environment.
She advised that the group is currently involved in the Strategic Plan; Lake Simcoe
Conservation Authority with a tour of Sheppard’s Bush; Aurora Woodlands Policy and
consideration be given to the role of Woodland Advisory Team (WAT); and recent
coalition member of STORM to ensure protection of the Oak Ridges Moraine.
Ms. Walmer then showed pictures of a trail, Monk’s Walk located along the west side of
the Pine Ridge facility behind Elderberry Trail. The trees along the trail are of diverse
species about 100-150 years old with carvings and symbols likely dating back to 1915-
1959. She invited the Oak Ridges Trail Association or any other interested parties to
assess the trail potential and provide comments to Town staff. She suggested that the
Town should investigate the possibility of obtaining municipal ownership of this land and
that this trail could become the start of the trail system for the southern section of
Aurora. Ms. Walmer, on behalf of A.C.O.R.N. and the residents of Aurora asked
Council to direct staff to review the area and ensure compliance with the Town’s
Municipal Forest Policy; that Regional staff review the area to ensure that the Regional
Tree By-law is enforced; that a second level of archeological survey should be initiated
by the Province to evaluate the potential findings; and that the site should be reviewed
in more detail within the context of the Yonge Street South Secondary Plan. Ms.
Walmer urged Council to take the first step to protect this unique natural, historical and
cultural heritage site.
#266. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred to Staff.
CARRIED
T. Gilje re: Library Square Land Acquisition and the Pineridge Property
Mr. Gilje a resident of 55 Elderberry Trail and owner of 11 Mosley Street questioned the
placement of survey stakes at Monk’s trail in the Pineridge property at Bloomington
Road and Yonge Street and inquired whether there was any development plan
proceeding for this property. He also questioned the notification process for the
meeting regarding the proposed library project and the purchase of the property for the
new proposed library. He questioned the existence of comprehensive plans
surrounding the development of these properties and how the proposed new library
would fit into the surroundings.
#267. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the comments of the delegate be received as informaton.
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Meeting No. 09-99, Wednesday, March 24, 1999
Special Council - Public Planning Meeting No. 10-99, Thursday, March 25, 1999
Council Meeting No. 11-99, Wednesday, April 14, 1999
#268. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the Minutes of Meeting Numbers 09-99, 10-99 and 11-99 be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
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CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Office of Privatization, News Release re: Province Sells
Highway 407 for $3.1 Billion
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville re: Request for Support
in Proclaiming June as Canadian Flag Month
THAT the month of June 1999 be proclaimed “Canadian Flag Month” in
the Town of Aurora.
Town of Richmond Hill re: Notice of Public Meeting Concerning
a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of
of Subdivision for Lands Located on the North Side of Snively Street
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Chair of Nursing Week Committee, York County Hospital re:
Request for Proclamation – “Nursing Week”, May 10-16, 1999
THAT May 10-16, 1999 be proclaimed “Nursing Week” in the Town of
Aurora.
The Navy League of Canada, Newmarket Branch re: Request
to Conduct Fundraising Tag Days – May 6-8, 1999, Alternate
Dates – May 13-16, 1999
THAT permission be granted to the Navy League of Canada, Newmarket
Branch to conduct tag days on May 6-8, 1999 (alternate dates, May 13-16,
1999) in the Town of Aurora.
Wells Street School Supporters re: Request to Remove
Yellow Metal Barriers on Wells Street in Front of the
School for their Family Dance on Friday, May 28, 1999
THAT permission be granted to close off Wells Street between Mosley
Street and Metcalfe Street from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for their Family
Dance on Friday, May 28, 1999;
THAT Wells Street School Supporters notify the Aurora Public Works
Department regarding the provision of barricades to close off the street if
necessary; and
THAT Wells Street School Supporters notify the Aurora Fire Department,
York Region Police, York County Hospital Ambulance Services, and all
residents on the said street of this event.
The Toronto Polo Club re: Request Permission
to Erect Event Signs for Ontario Heart and Stroke
Foundation – 1999 Polo Charity Series
THAT permission be granted to erect event signs at various locations in
the Town of Aurora for the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation – 1999
Polo Charity Series Event to be held on June 18, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 1999;
and
SECTION “A” – CONSENT ITEMS
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THAT the applicant be requested to seek approval from the Region of
York for those signs to be placed on Regional Road allowances.
Verna Ross re: Feedback on April 14th Council Meeting
Regarding Debate on the Library Issue
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Jeanette Wooder, Resident re: Request Permission for Street
Party, Sunday, May 23, 1999 on Walton Drive
THAT permission be granted to the residents of Walton Drive North to
close off Walton Drive north from the intersection of Walton Drive and
Batson Drive to the intersection of Walton Drive and Avondale Crescent
from 12:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. for a street party on Sunday, May 23, 1999
(rain date: May 24, 1999);
THAT the residents notify the Aurora Public Works Department regarding
the provision of barricades to close off the street if necessary; and
THAT the residents notify the Aurora Fire Department, York Region
Police, York County Hospital Ambulance Services, and all residents on the
said street of this event.
Committee of Adjustment, Notices of Decision
Applications – B-02&03-99/D10-02&03-99 (Maple Leaf Foods)
Application – A-16-99/D13-16-99 (Daust)
Application – A-15-99/D13-15-99 (John & Diane Arnald)
Application – A-14-99/D13-14-99 (Gallagher)
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
STAFF REPORTS
PL99-038-112 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Maple Leaf Foods Inc., 35 & 37 Tyler Street
Part of Lots 24 & 25 Plan 9, D14-05-95
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment application D14-05-95. For the interests of efficiency,
staff recommend that the Public Planning Meeting be set for 7:30 on May
26, 1999 as the matter is the only application scheduled for this month.
PL99-040-113 - Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Old Park Holdings Limited, Part of Lot 80, Concession 1, E.Y.S.
Southwest of Wellington Street and Bayview Avenue, D14-13-98
THAT Council give first and second reading to Bill 4059-99.D being a by-
law to rezone a portion of the subject lands from the "Rural General (RU)
Zone" to "Industrial Commercial (C5-5) Exception Zone" to permit a
temporary sales trailer/office to be located on the site. That third reading of
the by-law not be given until the property is draft plan approved by the
Region of York; and
THAT given that the public meeting indicated that this block was to be
rezoned to commercial and that the sales trailer is a temporary use that
does not impact the surrounding lands no further public notice be required.
#269. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
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THAT the suggested resolutions respecting the matters listed as “Consent
Items” be adopted as submitted to Council and Staff be authorized to take
all necessary action required to give effect to same.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Aurora Senior’s Advisory Committee re: Request to Relocate
Senior Centre
#270. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
General Committee Report No. 06-99
Wednesday, April 21, 1999
#271. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 06-99 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee Report
No. LACAC99-03, April 12, 1999 LACAC Meeting
#272. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Committee Record of the LACAC meeting held on April 12,
1999 be received as information.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
FI99-007-114 - Defibrillation Agreement
#273. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to renew the agreement
between the Markham Stouffville Hospital and the Town of Aurora, for the
provision of a Defibrillation Program and Training Services.
CARRIED
SECTION “B” – MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
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CONSENT ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Recycling Council of Ontario re: Participation in Waste
Reduction Week ‘99
#274. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor West
THAT November 1 to 7, 1999 be declared “Waste Reduction Week” in
the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
CONSIDERATION OF OTHER BUSINESS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN
GIVEN AT A PREVIOUS MEETING
Councillor West re: Notice of Motion – Church Street School
#275. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Aurora in 1979 determined that the
building known as the Church Street School was of such significant
importance that the Council requested and received from the Ontario
Heritage Foundation a heritage designation,
AND WHEREAS the Council with the help of various organizations,
including the Aurora Museum and Historical Society, Pine Tree Potters,
the Province of Ontario through a Recreation Grant and the Elderly
Person Centre Act, decided that the Church Street School would be
brought up to standard and used as a Museum and Seniors Centre and
for other community based organizations,
AND WHEREAS the Council in 1992 adopted a proposal for the phased
restoration of the historic Church Street School and to that end included in
the budget $100,000 annually so that the funds would be available for the
aforesaid restoration,
AND WHEREAS the Council and the Library Board formed a joint Building
Committee in 1996 that recommended that the Church Street School and
the existing Library be joined; this decision resulted in a determination that
the $100,000 contribution was no longer included in the Town’s budget,
AND WHEREAS there is $300,000 plus accrued interest currently in the
restoration fund,
AND WHEREAS the Town Council past and present has encouraged
residents to preserve their homes in the historic core of our Town and
LACAC through Council has a program of recognizing these endeavours
by a plaquing program, thus it seems only right and proper that the Town
show leadership in keeping and upgrading the historical building known as
the Church Street School as a living example of the Town’s dedication
towards the preservation of historical Aurora;
IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED THAT staff meet with the Historical
Society and to compile for Council’s consideration a list of prioritized
recommendations for the restoration of the historic Church Street School,
and
THAT Council receive estimates on that work and consider proceeding
with the restoration at a practical rate, and
THAT Council include a sum of $100,000 in budgets of future years so
that Church Street School can continue to be restored.
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CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
FI99-011-115 - Second Reading of Fire and Emergency
Services By-law (Second Draft)
#276. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Council provide second reading to amended Bill 4041-99.P being a
by-law to regulate the provision of fire and emergency services, and to
establish a Fire and Emergency Services Department.
CARRIED
PL99-037-116 - Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
Trinity Anglican Church, Lots 1, 2 & 3, Plan 68
D14-25-98; and Delegations of Susan Morton-Leonard and
Reverend Poole
#277. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT Report Number PL99-037-116 respecting a final list of uses for the
rectory property, be received as information; and
THAT Council give first and second reading to Bill 4060-99.D with third
reading pending the finalization of a site plan agreement.
CARRIED
BY-LAWS
#278. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for First Reading:
4044-99.P Being a By-law respecting
Property Standards.
4059-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78
(Old Park Industrial Commercial).
4060-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78 (Trinity Anglican).
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
#279. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for Second Reading:
4041-99.P Being a By-law to regulate the
provision of fire and emergency
services, and to establish a Fire
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and Emergency Services Department.
4059-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78
(Old Park Industrial Commercial).
4060-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78 (Trinity Anglican).
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
At this point in the meeting, Mayor Jones declared an interest in By-law 4052.99.H, due
to the reference of his spouse in the said By-law, and relinquished the Chair to Deputy
Mayor West during the consideration of this matter and did not take part in or vote on
any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such
questions.
#280. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
by-laws for Third Reading:
4052-99.H Being a By-law to appoint
Municipal By-law Enforcement
Officers and Property Standards
Officers for the Corporation of
the Town of Aurora.
4053-99.T Being a By-law to amend
Parking By-law 3377-92 as
amended, with respect to
Temperance Street.
4056-99.T Being a By-law to temporarily
close a portion of Yonge Street
within the Town of Aurora
for the 1999 Street Sale.
4057-99.T Being a By-law to temporarily
close a portion of Yonge Street
within the Town of Aurora for the
July 1st, 1999 Parade (Canada Day).
4058-99.D Being a By-law to adopt Official
Plan Amendment No. 27
(McGrath-Hunter)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in By-law 4052.99.H, did not take
part in the vote called for in this regard. Upon conclusion of this matter, Mayor Jones
resumed the Chair.
IN CAMERA
Legal Matter
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#281. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT this Council proceed In Camera to address a legal matter.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#282. Moved by Councillor West
THAT the Meeting be adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
CARRIED
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T. JONES, MAYOR L. ALLISON, MUNICIPAL CLERK